Innovation, startups, digital trends, and the technology shaping our future.
Nov 24, 2025
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Over 50 scientists and tech leaders warn that the country risks falling behind US and China without coordinated national strategy for staying competitive in AI fields.
Economy
Tech
Oct 30, 2025
3 min read
Accidental configuration error in Azure cloud disrupted train ticketing and bike rentals and some services may still show residual issues
Business
Oct 29, 2025
Trade secrets theft and fears of European "gutting" pushed the Netherlands to seize control of a Chinese-owned chipmaker, now both sides are blocking exports and car production hangs in the balance
Oct 23, 2025
An international investigation ties at least eight Netherlands-based firms to supplies routed via intermediaries for Russia’s “Harmony” seabed monitoring network; Dutch authorities and companies say they follow sanctions.
Legal
Oct 17, 2025
Phased rollout starts Oct 20 for non-EU travellers, with biometric checks and digital records replacing passport stamps ahead of a full switch by April 2026.
Sep 22, 2025
New dark-blue displays aim to boost readability and cut power use (up to 30% with new screens), with bullet-style alerts and limited multilingual announcements to follow.
Breaking
Jul 16, 2025
From August 1 to February, helicopters will scan the subsurface in three provinces to support safer, smarter groundwater extraction and conservation.
Jul 9, 2025
Province demands environmental protections, infrastructure upgrades, and resident involvement as military presence in the region grows.
Jun 27, 2025
With the investment nearing €200 million, a factory with a supercomputer and innovation hub could position the North as a leading AI region in Europe.
May 27, 2025
A new trial featuring an AI-powered weeding robot is being conducted near Mensingeweer in Groningen. It provides a solution for farmers looking for alternatives to herbicides and labour shortages.
Environment
May 16, 2025
2 min read
Despite political and local resistance, Eemshaven remains under official review as one of four possible sites for new Dutch nuclear power plants.
Jan 24, 2025
Proposed supercomputer aims to boost regional AI development, safeguard data privacy, and position the city as a leader in Europe’s AI ecosystem.
Jan 8, 2025
Calls for action grow as privacy and security risks challenge the use of data-driven traffic systems in the city.
Apr 24, 2024
Google is advancing sustainability and innovation with its newest data centre in the Netherlands
Apr 16, 2024
Schiphol and Groningen Airport Eelde to join forces for sustainable aviation growth
